lied
pronunciation
How to pronounce lied in British English:
UK [li:d]
How to pronounce lied in American English:
US [lid]
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- Noun:
- a German art song of the 19th century for voice and piano
Word Origin
- lied (n.)
- "German romantic song," 1852, from German Lied, literally "song," from Middle High German liet, from Old High German liod, from Proto-Germanic *leuthan (see laud). Hence Liederkranz, in reference to German singing societies, literally "garland of songs."
Example
- 1. How many times have you lied tothe transplant committee ?
- 2. Are you saying you lied in your field report ?
- 3. When a person is anxious or fearful , including when they have lied and fear detection , then they may well sweat more .
- 4. Have I ever lied to you ?
- 5. Can I explain ? You just lied to the pentagon !